What I found interesting about this was that it might have provided a window into what would happen. The news reports that discussed his demise talked about President Ahmedinejad meeting with his cabinet to determine a successor (is that really how it is supposed to work?). There were also reports that he updated his will with provisions for how the Republic is to be cared for when he finally croaks, but there was no guidance given on his successor (not sure if he is supposed to have input on that or not).

Combined with the Jundullah attack upon the IRGC and ongoing trials and controversy stemming from the protests of the rigged election, this makes for some interesting times for the Mullahs.